tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19719010390313505162016-09-08T00:25:32.446-04:00Ramblings from a Mad ManJeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.comBlogger1803125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-20722115519404158712013-07-06T20:34:00.002-04:002013-07-06T20:34:32.985-04:00New locationMy Google cording cutting continues as all future entries will be found at jawahlblog.wordpress.com.Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-14951769186048611112013-06-28T10:13:00.000-04:002013-06-28T10:13:27.865-04:00The Identity ThiefI was up for about twenty hours when I got around to watching this movie on the plane last night.&nbsp; I try to rent comedies because they look ok on the iPad and because they don't require a lot of mental energy.&nbsp; I fell asleep halfway through this movie and slogged through the second half without paying too much attention.&nbsp; Needless to say, it's a dud.&nbsp; The plotlines are thin, the physical comedy is weak and the dialogue is poor.<br /><br />I do not recommend this movie.Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-40466703353035955842013-06-26T20:52:00.002-04:002013-06-26T20:52:41.326-04:00Whole 30: Day 30<b>Energy level:</b><br />I haven't been sleeping well lately so my energy level has been low.&nbsp; It's been a vicious cycle because I haven't been working out either to give my right shoulder a break.<br /><br /><b>Mood:</b><br />My mood was ok this morning, but is improving as my vacation nears.<br /><br /><b>Cravings:</b><br />These haven't been an issue for a couple of weeks now.&nbsp; It'll be interesting to see how my body reacts to wheat, dairy and sugar.&nbsp; I suspect I'll feel like crap pretty quickly.<br /><br /><b>Progress:</b><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8t3LqkBnOJE/UcuLsDjJMEI/AAAAAAAAEHY/vqnVR2-PMIo/s1600/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="306" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8t3LqkBnOJE/UcuLsDjJMEI/AAAAAAAAEHY/vqnVR2-PMIo/s640/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Don't let the uptick at the end fool you; I'm confident I'm in the best shape of my recent life right now.&nbsp; I lost over ten pounds, most of which was fat.&nbsp; I also dropped about two inches off my waist.&nbsp; My mind is clear and my physical cravings are gone.<br /><br />I highly recommend this program to anyone looking to start Paleo.&nbsp; Cold turkey is the easiest way to start and this program will help you reset your blood sugar.&nbsp; You'll also learn how to treat food in a different light.&nbsp; You can still live to eat, but your thoughts won't be dominated by cravings for junk food.<br /><br />I'll move back to less strict Paleo with almond meal, butter and occasional dairy, but will follow Whole 30 now and then if I feel I need another reset.Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-89633885982021377952013-06-26T20:47:00.001-04:002013-06-26T20:47:08.903-04:00House of Cards: Season 1I knew about this show, but dismissed it because I don't like Spacey.&nbsp; However, a friend at work gave it two thumbs up so I checked it out.&nbsp; I was instantly hooked on the gritty plotlines, the excellent acting and believable dialogue.&nbsp; I don't know much about DC politics, but these storylines feel plausible and that's enough for me.&nbsp;<br /><br />Spacey may be a jerk, but he plays his role effectively.<br /><br />I highly recommend this show and I eagerly await Season 2.Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-24426881385280342952013-06-26T20:45:00.000-04:002013-06-26T20:45:16.031-04:00Cutting the cord with GoogleI'm not happy with Google's response to the NSA spying allegations.&nbsp; The current CEO is also not in favor of open standards.&nbsp; I don't care for Google knowing every intimate detail of my life so I'm going to cut the cord as much as I can.<br /><br /><b>Step 1: Stop using Gmail</b><br />This step will be tough, but my website hoster gives me an e-mail account so I'm going to start using it for my personal communication.&nbsp; I can use Thunderbird which isn't as cool as Gmail, but at least it's relatively safe from prying eyes.<br /><br />I have a Tor mail account as well so the FBI/NSA probably thinks I'm a child molesting pervert dealing illicit drugs and black market guns.&nbsp; For the record, I'm none of those. <br /><br /><b>Step 2: Stop using Chrome</b><br />This step is the easiest as Firefox is more than an adequate replacement.<br /><br /><b>Step 3: Don't upgrade to another Android smartphone</b><br />I'm due for an upgrade so I'll get a Blackberry Q10 since I use my current phone only for checking e-mail, texting, calling and occasionally navigation.&nbsp; The Blackberry will allow me to easily check my new personal account, will be better for texting because of the physical keyboard and has ok navigation.&nbsp; I'll probably save up to get a Garmin for my car since it's something I can take to Europe or Asia.<br /><br />I briefly considered an iPhone, but I already have enough plants in Apple's walled garden. <br /><br /><b>Step 4: Move blog from Blogger to Wordpress</b><br />This step will wait until after my vacation because I don't feel like messing with stuff now.<br /><br />I don't really have much to hide, but I value what privacy I do have and I don't care to contribute to Google's efforts to own the internet.&nbsp; Perhaps I should take my tinfoil hat off, but I like to be prepared.Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-63569088512864156052013-06-25T20:29:00.000-04:002013-06-25T20:29:01.008-04:00Whole 30: Day 29<b>Energy level:</b><br />I had very little energy today because I slept poorly last night.<br /><br /><b>Mood:</b><br />My mood was just ok.<br /><br /><b>Cravings:</b><br />No cravings today except maybe for some butter.<br /><br /><b>Progress:</b><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-e0qv0ydAcTY/Uco1RmLEYYI/AAAAAAAAEHI/y9tK1VifZXs/s1600/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="306" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-e0qv0ydAcTY/Uco1RmLEYYI/AAAAAAAAEHI/y9tK1VifZXs/s640/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I'm still maintaining roughly five pounds of fat loss which is good for a month.&nbsp; I'm also down nearly two inches off my spare tire.&nbsp; My torso is much more solid now.Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-59295856533633368172013-06-25T20:26:00.001-04:002013-06-25T20:26:13.917-04:00GoonA stupid, but highly entertaining movie.&nbsp; It's well cast and chock full of hockey violence.&nbsp; It's definitely an adult movie so keep the younguns away.<br /><br />I recommend this movie.Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-88618165471334473992013-06-24T20:12:00.003-04:002013-06-24T20:12:35.167-04:00Whole 30: Day 28<b>Energy level:</b><br />My energy was pretty good today.<br /><br /><b>Mood:</b><br />My mood has been impacted more by my impending vacation than anything else, but I'm certainly less irritable these days.<br /><br /><b>Cravings:</b><br />These are gone, but I'm about ready to end this challenge and have a treat.&nbsp; I know I can eat mostly Paleo from here on out and can use a ketogenic diet now and then to reset my blood sugar levels.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Progress:</b> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-sXq06gg5JmY/UcjfstiaR5I/AAAAAAAAEG8/9Kwc7PgpxZ4/s1600/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="306" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-sXq06gg5JmY/UcjfstiaR5I/AAAAAAAAEG8/9Kwc7PgpxZ4/s640/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I'm still maintaining the good progress and don't expect to lose any more weight though perhaps my waist could shrink a little bit more. </div>Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-76913653746072611032013-06-23T19:26:00.000-04:002013-06-23T19:26:00.515-04:00Whole 30: Day 27<b>Energy level:</b><br />I've had pretty good energy though not as much as yesterday.&nbsp; I did take a nap this afternoon, but those don't have to indicate a lack of energy.<br /><br /><b>Mood:</b><br />My mood has been good today and my thoughts clear.<br /><br /><b>Cravings:</b><br />The cravings are now completely mental.&nbsp; Given all the advertising and my past lifestyle, I don't think I could maintain Whole 30 or even Paleo 100% of the time, but I have done a good job resetting my blood sugar so eating crap is now a conscious choice rather than a necessity.<br /><br /><b>Progress:</b><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-a4Xg3XJFYTQ/UceDNwHYbmI/AAAAAAAAEGo/Z-YvN57dYDs/s1600/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="306" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-a4Xg3XJFYTQ/UceDNwHYbmI/AAAAAAAAEGo/Z-YvN57dYDs/s640/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I don't think my scale handles it when my weight goes down since lower weight seems paired with a larger body fat percentage.&nbsp; I'm sure this scale can measure elite athletes so it should be accurate for me.&nbsp; I'm not too chuffed either way since the progress is visible.Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-72213610982379710022013-06-22T19:21:00.004-04:002013-06-22T19:21:17.756-04:00Whole 30: Day 26<b>Energy level:</b><br />I've had good energy today and accomplished quite a bit. <br /><br /><b>Mood:</b><br />It's Saturday and I'm going on vacation soon so my mood has been great. <br /><br /><b>Cravings:</b><br />I'm already starting to think about the foods I can eat next Thursday, but I don't have to have them.&nbsp; I've proven I can stay the course physically, but perhaps not mentally.<br /><br /><b>Progress:</b><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uHeT64fYuCQ/UcYwvkUpAxI/AAAAAAAAEGY/4ewmAkOo_Ic/s1600/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="306" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uHeT64fYuCQ/UcYwvkUpAxI/AAAAAAAAEGY/4ewmAkOo_Ic/s640/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I'm still maintaining the fat loss.&nbsp; I'm down 11 pounds, 7 of which are fat.&nbsp; I'm almost down 1.5 inches from my spare tire.&nbsp; I'm starting to get some definition in my torso which is one of my many fitness goals.Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-42523444059003713512013-06-21T21:54:00.001-04:002013-06-21T21:54:39.030-04:00Whole 30: Day 25<b>Energy level:</b><br />I stayed up late last night watching the NBA Finals Game 7 so I was dragging a bit this morning.<br /><br /><b>Mood:</b><br />My mood was pretty good today.<br /><br /><b>Cravings:</b><br />These came back a bit seeing other people eat crap, but I'm doing alright.&nbsp; I forgot to thaw out some deli meat so I didn't take a snack like I usually do.<br /><br /><b>Progress:</b><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-b2n7Oi-OgQ4/UcUDVC7eDOI/AAAAAAAAEGI/Wa0hc6xmIYM/s1600/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="306" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-b2n7Oi-OgQ4/UcUDVC7eDOI/AAAAAAAAEGI/Wa0hc6xmIYM/s640/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>This morning I clocked in with the least amount of fat pounds since I started.&nbsp; I'm pretty darn close to just 20% body fat which would be a big accomplishment for me.Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-81477874267812192962013-06-20T20:59:00.002-04:002013-06-20T20:59:21.248-04:00Whole 30: Day 24<b>Energy level:</b><br />I ran out of gas once I got home, but did alright during the day.<br /><br /><b>Mood:</b><br />My mood was just ok today despite the good weather.&nbsp; I skipped working out this morning so perhaps I'm missing out on some endorphins.<br /><br /><b>Cravings:</b><br />These are gone.<br /><br /><b>Progress:</b><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-W3taurq8Z8s/UcOk72pFI5I/AAAAAAAAEF0/-3pLpRedwfk/s1600/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="306" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-W3taurq8Z8s/UcOk72pFI5I/AAAAAAAAEF0/-3pLpRedwfk/s640/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I seemed to have reached my floor again.&nbsp; I'm curious as to how lean I could get if I maintain this diet, but I'd like to add some more variety in.Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-25729211920808121662013-06-19T21:16:00.002-04:002013-06-19T21:16:44.754-04:00Whole 30: Day 23<b>Energy level:</b><br />I slept in a bit this morning so I'd say my energy level has just been ok.&nbsp; I got third during the second round of mitt work during boxing when I usually last the full three rounds.<br /><br /><b>Mood:</b><br />My mood has been pretty good.&nbsp; It was a nice day out and I'm going on vacation soon.<br /><br /><b>Cravings:</b><br />These are gone.&nbsp; I get body hungry, but no longer mind hungry.<br /><br /><b>Progress:</b><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-CUkYV9fWKgw/UcJXVyk7wgI/AAAAAAAAEFk/pEMPCwNab-M/s1600/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="306" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-CUkYV9fWKgw/UcJXVyk7wgI/AAAAAAAAEFk/pEMPCwNab-M/s640/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I would've expected the body fat to drop by now especially since I can see my spare tire is smaller.&nbsp; No worries since the waist measurement is showing the loss.&nbsp; I'm down more than two inches.<br /><br />I can also tell the diet is working because I pee mostly water and dooker infrequently.&nbsp; I guess those add up to an efficient gut which is always a good thing.Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-46863400563390202642013-06-19T05:58:00.001-04:002013-06-19T05:58:46.403-04:00StrongLifts 5x5Today marks the end of my first twelve week StrongLifts 5x5 cycle and I think it'll be my only one. &nbsp;I did get my deadlift up to two plates and my bench to nearly one, but the other lifts didn't make as much progress. &nbsp;Five sets of five reps each at a relatively heavy weight seems like overkill to me so I'll give Wendler's 5/3/1 a try after vacation.<br /><br />I know this program works for some, but it didn't really work for me.Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-44242922211358215072013-06-18T20:47:00.002-04:002013-06-18T20:47:17.066-04:00Whole 30: Day 22<b>Energy level:</b><br />I got a bit tired late in the afternoon, but I had a lot of meetings at work.<br /><br /><b>Mood:</b><br />My mood was pretty good. <br /><br /><b>Cravings:</b><br />I don't think I craved anything really and easily passed on doughnuts this morning.<br /><br /><b>Progress:</b><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/---9JFFAupuw/UcD_BZ7DMtI/AAAAAAAAEFU/iN5AuQJQb2c/s1600/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="306" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/---9JFFAupuw/UcD_BZ7DMtI/AAAAAAAAEFU/iN5AuQJQb2c/s640/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>The numbers indicate my progress has stalled a bit, but I feel as lean and as mean as ever.&nbsp; It's still tough to grab on to belly chunk so I'm going to chalk up these numbers to a finicky scale.&nbsp; Heh.&nbsp; They are what they are, but don't define my total fitness.Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-60507103721668264752013-06-18T20:44:00.001-04:002013-06-18T20:44:18.231-04:00HeadhuntersThis Norwegian thriller is a bit eclectic, but worth watching.&nbsp; It gets a little slow in the latter half, but picks up the pace in the end.&nbsp; Some might recognize the dude who plays Jaime Lannister.&nbsp; He's Danish, but I guess managed credible Norwegian.&nbsp;<br /><br />There are some over-the-top moments in this movie, but it's always nice to see something outside of the Hollywood mold.Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-47484251913226747482013-06-17T20:31:00.003-04:002013-06-17T20:31:38.357-04:00Whole 30: Day 21<b>Energy level:</b><br />My energy has been good today, but it took me a little while to get going this morning.<br /><br /><b>Mood:</b><br />My mood has been good despite the usual crap at work.<br /><br /><b>Cravings:</b><br />I think these have become psychological at this point.&nbsp; I'm surrounded by people eating the modern American diet and I'm tempted.&nbsp; I know that pizza is going to taste bad, but it's still in my head.&nbsp; I don't like to deny myself anything.<br /><br />It'll be interesting to see what happens when the 30 days are up.&nbsp; I'm sure I'll have some crap, but I'll make sure it's worth it.&nbsp; I won't get storebought cookies, but I might eat some homemade pie with ice cream.<br /><br /><b>Progress:</b><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-gdOTZ_p_XuY/Ub-pj80fmAI/AAAAAAAAEFE/RHEpinc3cKc/s1600/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="306" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-gdOTZ_p_XuY/Ub-pj80fmAI/AAAAAAAAEFE/RHEpinc3cKc/s640/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>My waist has been steadily shrinking the past 21 days and it's getting tougher for me to grab fat on my torso.&nbsp; The spare tire is there, but it's nearly deflated.Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-68796042503260893042013-06-16T20:32:00.001-04:002013-06-16T20:32:54.843-04:00Whole 30: Day 20<b>Energy level:</b><br />I didn't have as much energy today as I did yesterday, but I had enough to get quite a bit done.&nbsp;<br /><br />The carbs from the fruit I ate today didn't seem to spike my blood sugar.<br /><br /><b>Mood:</b><br />My mood was good, but not as good as yesterday's.<br /><br /><b>Cravings:</b><br />I'm still tempted by crap food I see on TV, but have been able to resist without any trouble.&nbsp; I have to be careful with fruit since the added sugar does bring back some urges, but I finished it off today and will not get any more until this Saturday.<br /><br /><b>Progress:</b><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-c_5GqFgxxs8/Ub5VUmoVvRI/AAAAAAAAEE0/UHBSCcMeTQg/s1600/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="306" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-c_5GqFgxxs8/Ub5VUmoVvRI/AAAAAAAAEE0/UHBSCcMeTQg/s640/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I'm two-thirds through my challenge and my progress looks solid.&nbsp; I've lost a little more than twelve pounds and my waist is more than 1.5 inches narrower which indicates a good bit of the weight loss is belly fat.<br /><br />By the end of the next third, I'd like to lose another 0.5 inches off my waist while dropping the fat pounds a bit.&nbsp; I'm not convinced my scale is adequately capturing reality, but perhaps it's just wishful thinking on my part.Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-25387255395222075012013-06-16T13:39:00.000-04:002013-06-16T13:39:18.992-04:00Dr. Horrible's Sing-along BlogPeople have talked this movie up so I thought I'd give it a shot. &nbsp;I'm not a big fan of musicals, but this one is ok. &nbsp;It's not anything I recommend you run out and see, but you shouldn't ask to turn it off if someone has it on.Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-42986276196625510972013-06-15T20:05:00.001-04:002013-06-15T20:05:41.992-04:00Whole 30: Day 19<b>Energy level:</b><br />I took a Benadryl last night to clear out my sinuses and it knocked me out well enough for me to sleep a solid eight hours.&nbsp; I got quite a bit done today and only felt tired for a little bit in the afternoon.&nbsp;<br /><br />I was able to move around the squash court about as well as ever.<br /><br /><b>Mood:</b><br />I haven't been in a better mood since I was in Australia.<br /><br /><b>Cravings:</b><br />These still come and go, but I finally added some carbs back in today with strawberries, raspberries and sweet potato.&nbsp; They all tasted really sweet, but shouldn't knock me off the wagon at all.&nbsp; The fruit is all less than 12% carbs by mass and sweet potatoes are good at evening out blood sugar.&nbsp; I definitely expect to have more energy going forward and will finish the 30 days without a single cheat without any further struggle.<br /><br /><b>Progress:</b><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bqaRwKrpz18/Ub0ATXMbqsI/AAAAAAAAEEk/oTfKv98rz0c/s1600/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="306" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bqaRwKrpz18/Ub0ATXMbqsI/AAAAAAAAEEk/oTfKv98rz0c/s640/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>My weight is at a low for this challenge and I feel lean and mean.&nbsp; My waist is more than an inch smaller than when I started so the progress is real.Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-25337463354157830282013-06-14T21:26:00.002-04:002013-06-14T21:26:57.996-04:00Whole 30: Day 18<b>Energy level:</b><br />I slept poorly again last night and struggled deadlifting this morning.&nbsp; I suspect I'm not getting enough calories since my body isn't quite fat efficient.<br /><br /><b>Mood:</b><br />I was in a bad mood up until I started watching Breaking Bad.<br /><br /><b>Cravings:</b><br />The cravings were really strong today and I came close to breaking down.&nbsp; Don't worry though because I'm determined to stick it out for the full thirty days and I've got plenty of willpower.&nbsp; I'm going to get some sweet potatoes tomorrow which should really help.&nbsp; I think I've gone carb-free for about as long as I can.<br /><br /><b>Progress:</b><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jW6PEQkOyTM/UbvBoYhDacI/AAAAAAAAEEU/ZQiN6qODtDA/s1600/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="306" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-jW6PEQkOyTM/UbvBoYhDacI/AAAAAAAAEEU/ZQiN6qODtDA/s640/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Some strange things are going on with the measurements, but I'm not going to sweat it because I'm definitely leaner.&nbsp; I can see it in where my gut used to be and in my face.&nbsp; I think I feel healthier overall as well and that feeling is my main goal.&nbsp; The numbers will get in line sooner or later.Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-39329292246708471322013-06-14T21:21:00.000-04:002013-06-14T21:21:06.011-04:00Breaking Bad: Season 5, Part II'm not sure if the next eight episodes will be considered in Season 5 or not.&nbsp; It doesn't matter because I'll watch them for sure.&nbsp; This show is awesome, but these past eight episodes have been fantastic.&nbsp; You've got the same themes as before, but now you add in Walt's transformation from bumbling high school chemistry teacher to meth kingpin.<br /><br />Skyler is still my least favorite character followed by Walt, Jr.<br /><br />All in all, Breaking Bad is one of the best shows on TV so check it out if you haven't already.Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-51638980827869647442013-06-13T20:53:00.001-04:002013-06-13T20:53:52.230-04:00Whole 30: Day 17<b>Energy level:</b><br />It has been raining quite a bit and I didn't sleep well last night so my energy level was average today.<br /><br /><b>Mood:</b><br />My mood was good.<br /><br /><b>Cravings:</b><br />These haven't gone away completely as I nearly jacked some Asian chicken off someone's plate.&nbsp; It looked just like Chinese fast food and smelled fantastic.&nbsp; I'm sure it's covered in sugar and gluten, but it was still tempting.&nbsp; Cookies sound good right about now as well.<br /><br /><b>Progress:</b><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-fQW7Heri3FE/UbporNk7XBI/AAAAAAAAEEA/THKEvoiypB8/s1600/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="306" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-fQW7Heri3FE/UbporNk7XBI/AAAAAAAAEEA/THKEvoiypB8/s640/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>My waist is definitely shrinking which was one of my key objectives because belly fat is the worst for you.&nbsp; I think eleven pounds lost over sixteen days or so is a decent amount and it seems like more than half was fat loss.&nbsp; I'll assume the rest is water.<br /><br /><br />Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-4119686411690929142013-06-13T20:46:00.001-04:002013-06-13T20:46:18.560-04:00Game of Thrones: Season 3I was able to power through nearly all of this season during FiOS' free On Demand weekend around Memorial Day and watched the rest via HBO Go.&nbsp; I was a little disappointed with Season 2, but Season 3 picked up the slack.&nbsp; It doesn't hurt the third book is more entertaining than the second, but there was finally a bit more action and bloodshed.<br /><br />I like the casting of Tyrion and Tywin especially. <br /><br />The real question is whether Martin will finish the series before the show catches up.Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1971901039031350516.post-85108390958017145422013-06-12T21:12:00.001-04:002013-06-12T21:12:30.973-04:00Whole 30: Day 16<b>Energy level:</b><br />I didn't sleep enough last night and had some strange dreams so my energy level was fairly low today.<br /><br /><b>Mood:</b><br />My mood has been solid.<br /><br /><b>Cravings:</b><br />I think the cravings are just in my head now because I don't like to deny myself anything.&nbsp; I don't feel any particular hunger for crap which is good.&nbsp; I'm at the take-it-or-leave-it level which is probably about as good as it's going to get for me.<br /><br /><b>Progress:</b><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-WCEX-s3WIDY/Ubkby8c8xdI/AAAAAAAAEDw/vr8NIwGDvRY/s1600/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="306" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-WCEX-s3WIDY/Ubkby8c8xdI/AAAAAAAAEDw/vr8NIwGDvRY/s640/Whole+30+June+2013.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>I don't mind the weight creeping up a little, but I'd really like to see the body fat trend downward.&nbsp; I've still reset my blood sugar and fat metabolism so I'm on the right track, but I'd be happier about it if the numbers reflected how much better I feel.Jeremyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13182043368417700370noreply@blogger.com0